According to Football Insider, Manchester United have received massive encouragement in their pursuit of Matheus Cunha. The Brazilian international is open to joining the club even without Champions League football, although the Red Devils will not have to figure out a way to come up with his £62.5 million release clause.
Manchester United are planning for their summer in full force, as Ruben Amorim is likely to get enough funds to strengthen his squad. Despite a dismal season on the domestic front, the Red Devils are still in the mix within the UEFA Europa League, as they take on Athletic Club in the semi-finals later tonight.
As for their transfer business, Manchester United have advanced in pursuit of Matheus Cunha, as they view the Brazilian as their top attacking target for the summer. Other clubs are interested, although it appears United have the upper hand in this chase.
Manchester United are readying a five-year contract, as they view Matheus Cunha as a solution for the long-term future. The issue that exists, for now, is how the club come up with his £62.5 million release clause, as there is no clarity about Wolves’ demands and whether they want it in full or installments.
Manchester United are already planning to sign a striker to complement Cunha’s arrival, which indicates they are confident of landing the Wolves forward, who has contributed to 23 goals this season. Some sections have been cautioning the Red Devils that Cunha may not join without Champions League football, although those fears have died down in the latest update on the saga.
The absence UEFA Champions League football has become detrimental to many top players when it comes to deciding to join big clubs, although that does not appear to be the case with Cuhna. The Brazilian has been angling for a big move away from Wolves for some time and still sees Manchester United are a top club even without the lure of top-tier continental football.
Manchester United still have a big chance to play in the Champions League if they are to win the Europa League this time. As they gear up for the semi-final first leg, should they make the Final after next week, the Red Devils will be favourites to win the competition, and being in the Champions League will exponentially improve their chances of landing top players in the summer, but Matheus Cunha is open to joining without it.
